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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 11, 1898
Page
6
Voters in Topeka will decide in an upcoming election whether the city should own and operate its waterworks. The measure promises lower rates, expanded hydrants, and improved fire protection, arguing municipal ownership reduces reliance on private companies and saves taxpayers money.
A conference of leading tin plate manufacturers in Pittsburgh aims to consolidate the industry into a giant national combine. Promoters state the purchase price for all UK plate factories has been set and deals for willing plants are nearly complete.
The Tribune reports Ellery Anderson has been hired by stockholders of the Union Pacific Denver & Gulf Railway to sue the reorganization committees. They challenge a voting trust and aim to unwind bonds tied to Colorado Central and related holdings. A syndicate previously bought these bonds and formed the Central Trust, with lawsuits planned to challenge the arrangement.
Philadelphia news reports a split in the new state legislature with 8 Republicans and 12 Democrats in the senate and 126 Republicans and 13 Democrats in the house. Quay announces re election bid claiming guaranteed success while anti Quay forces claim an anti Quay majority. The outcome hinges on cross faction alignment on future United States senator selection.
Lawrence crowds look to the clash between the Medics and Jayhawkers after two recent wins for each side. Kansas seeks a decisive victory while injuries sap key players and travel plans face weather disruptions as officials report a mountain windstorm caused track debris and braking failures.
A Buffalo express from New York collided on Wilkes Barre Mountain with a New York and Philadelphia express near Wilkes Barre. The wreck killed four railway workers and wounded many passengers as trains, on a single track, struggled on a curve in a cut. The line is blocked and recovery efforts proceeded with doctors and clergymen on site.
General Joseph Wheeler advocates Cuban education in the United States and seeks college cooperation. He prompts Gilbert Harroun to ask college presidents to admit two or more Cuban youths with free tuition upon passing exams and good character. Colleges vary, with some offering full or partial support to ease Cuban students' hardships.
London advices report that insurgents have captured Negros Island and are besieging Iloilo City, Panay island’s capital and second largest port in the Philippines, with communications from the Philippine Commercial company conveying the news.
Herena November 11 There was no exchange of holes or communications between evacuation commissions The Spanish transport Leraz zhi sailed for Cienfuegos to embark troops The Spanish mail steamer Alfonso XIIITT set for Porto Rico and Barcelona carrying 745 soldiers and 185 army and navy officers The Spanish cruiser Alfonso KIT sailed for Nuevitas and the cruisers Infant Isabel and Conde de Venadito left port It is believed the captain general will not leave for Spain on November 20 as previously announced W A Williams chief quartermaster died at 9 am after fever The clerk attached to the quartermaster's department T Stewart died at 1 pm Caldwell third American fever unchanged Many social barriers are erased in love
Governor Leedy returned to Topeka after a Lawrence rest, smiling and refusing to speculate on populist defeat. He would not assign blame or discuss a possible special session, saying the outcome must speak for itself and more data is needed. In a separate note, Charles Robins faces renewed arrest as he nears parole from Missouri penitentiary for burglary, with a murder charge pending in Kansas City.
A young mother reports very good results from prolonged use of Foss Matt extract, noting benefits for women and promising outcomes for several patients. The account mentions relief and perceived improvements though specifics and context remain unclear.
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